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“Fantastic Food with Passionate Owners”

Em-Bar-Go has been around a long time and you definitely get the impression that many of the people that go there are regulars. We were passing through Hamilton but delighted to have the chance to dine at Embargo where we were treated to amazing food with excellent service. Owners Elaine and...read more

Em-Bar-Go has been around a long time and you definitely get the impression that many of the people that go there are regulars. We were passing through Hamilton but delighted to have the chance to dine at Embargo where we were treated to amazing food with excellent service. Owners Elaine and Herbert take great pride in what they do and...
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The food was presented well and delicious. I had the pork, no crackling on the pork belly but apart from that the meal couldn't be faulted. The hosts are very nice and welcoming. Service excellent. The only negative for me was I felt the place lacked atmosphere and had a cold feel about it although it was not cold. Overall...
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Em>bar>Go has built a dedicated following in Hamilton - and not without good reason. The food is good and service top class. Elaine and Herbert are passionate about their place and provide the best for customers. We've had lunch there previously and dinner recently - both put this on the top of our Hamilton eating place list.

I have been to this restaurant 2 times this past year and this 3rd time I was just passing through and asked for some water as there is no fountain in Hamilton Central. Being diabetic it is very important for me to get some water when I am really thirsty and I do not like to support buying bottled water...
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With time to kill while my husband and son attended the Field Days I headed into Hamilton city and came across this neat little bar/restaurant and decided to have lunch. The service was very friendly and prompt.Nice atmosphere. The food was delicious and very reasonably priced. I went back later in the day for afternoon tea.

Saturday brunch at Em>Bar>Go a long standing city restaurant. We were greeted by the owner Herbert and made to feel welcome. Followed by pleasant efficient staff in order taking and delivery of bacon and eggs and omelette, both dishes were equal in quality and presentation. Very reasonable cost, overall a most enjoyable experience. Highly recommend.

My wife and I dined with another couple at this restaurant on a Friday evening. It offered a warm convivial atmosphere on entering with welcoming staff. The service was excellent with attention to our requirements throughout the visit. An excellent range of dishes are available on the menu. Members of our party particularly enjoyed the 'Twice Cooked Duck'with roast kumara,...
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From the minute we walked in the door with someone offering to take our coats to the wines offered and the meals cooked, the whole night was fantastic. The service brilliant and friendly. A great place to spend a cold Autumn night.

Saturday & Sunday brunch is on from 9:30am to 2:30pm and we enjoyed a very good meal with wine on Mothers' Day. Salmon Eggs Benny are the best in town and cooked just right. Relaxed atmosphere overlooking Garden Place on a sunny day is a wonderful way to enjoy the start of the day. Dine in or outside under the...
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